Engineer VII

General Atomics

Poway, CA

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SKILLS

Affirmative Action, Aircraft Maintenance, Aircraft Piloting, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Relations, Diversity, DoD Clearance, Electromechanics, Engineering, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Government, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Medical Conditions, Military, Operations Processes, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Product Lifecycle, Product Support, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Requirements Management, Resource Management, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Security Clearance, Software Engineering, Staff Development, Surveillance, System Lifecycle, Technical Presentation, Technical Publications, Time Management, Trade Studies, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Poway, CA

POSTED

Today

55141BR

Company:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

Job Summary:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA as a Mechanisms Engineer. In this position, you will lead development of mechanical systems consisting of a wide array of control/deployment mechanisms that interface rotary and linear electro-mechanical actuators and airframe/flight control surface structures. You will also collaborate with interdisciplinary functional teams including EE, Controls, Software, Flight Technologies, Landing Gear, and Aero Structures to ensure system level success. The Engineer will participate in mechanical system lifecycle development activities including requirements definition, design reviews, procurement/manufacturing, and qualification/certification. You will also perform trade studies of relevant technologies, devices and components. Additionally, you will provide product support for the GA-ASI's existing range of actuation and mechanism systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Designs aircraft mechanisms interfacing flight controls, utility, deployable equipment and other actuated systems.

+ Determines annual and multi year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s).

+ Represents the assigned systems or projects(s)/program(s) as a prime technical expert.

+ Act as expert consultant and advisor in identified area(s) of engineering.

+ Advises or directs the activities of assigned project(s)/program (s) to achieve technical objectives.

+ Directs and allocates technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives.

+ Develops new and/or expands existing business opportunities.

+ Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.

+ Participates in the planning, selection, retention, and development of the professional staff.

+ Publishes and present technical papers and abstracts and participate in internal and external technical program reviews.

+ Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

+ Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

+ Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job ID#:

55141BR

Job Category:

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

128,130

City:

Poway

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

229,358

Recruitment Posting Title:

Mechanical Mechanism Engineer

Job Qualifications:

+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or ten or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

+ Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project and/or program leadership including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established project deadlines or milestones.

+ Must posses the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles; resolve unusually complex technical problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; and be a technical expert in one or more areas of engineering.

+ Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.

+ Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.

+ Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.

+ Able to work extended hours as required.

+ A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to a national or international engineering symposium, and invited to Chair engineering review panels as a technical expert are desirable.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

Workstyle:

Hybrid
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

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